Scope
Reference
EX1057
Description
This contract is for the provision of access to OpenAthens, along with associated training to facilitate its use. OpenAthens is the platform that provides access to electronic journals for the health and care sector. The current cost is for a limited number of users. Within the current funding window to 2027, if demand is there, we may wish to explore increasing the number of users in the future.
Contract 1. Electronic database access and training
Supplier
Contract value
- £38,750 excluding VAT
- £46,500 including VAT
Below the relevant threshold
Date signed
11 December 2025
Contract dates
- 11 December 2025 to 30 October 2027
- 1 year, 10 months, 20 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 72320000 - Database services
- 80000000 - Education and training services
Contract locations
- UKE41 - Bradford
Procedure
Procedure type
Below threshold - without competition
Supplier
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust
New Mill, Victoria Road, Saltaire
Bradford, West Yorkshire
BD18 3LD
United Kingdom
Email: Jane.Glover@bdct.nhs.uk
Region: UKE41 - Bradford
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): No
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Contract 1. Electronic database access and training
Contracting authority
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PBWW-4714-TBHN
City Hall, Centenary Square
Bradford
BD1 1HX
United Kingdom
Email: Tendering@bradford.gov.uk
Region: UKE41 - Bradford
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government